Intiguing plot so packed with twists and turns that San Francisco is totally jealous now.

Reminded me of the good old days of SF, when story was daring, inventive and basically more important than anything.

Superb writing that transports you to a fascinating future and yet doesn't drone on and on, talk down to you, or make you feel like you're trapped in a broken elevator with that boy from high school Chemistry who sampled one too many of his own experiments.

Last but not least -- I am convinced Derelict is the best book L.J. has ever written (to date; expect a lot more.)

Thank you, Fran! I hope you enjoy it. I'm doing a celebration for the book release and in honor of my 1000th blogpost, including a giveaway of handmade ceramics (my beloved hobby). Details will be on my blog tomorrow. Everyone who buys a copy is eligible to win. :)